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What is the medication Lialda used for?
This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon.
What are the side effects of taking Lialda?
Mild side effects that have been reported with Lialda include:
- hair loss*
- joint pain*
- dizziness*
- headache.
- flatulence (passing gas)
- increased liver enzymes*
- abdominal (belly) pain.
- diarrhea.
What is 6 mercaptopurine used for?
MERCAPTOPURINE, 6-MP (mer kap toe PYOOR een) is a chemotherapy drug. It interferes with the growth of cancer cells and can reduce immune system activity. It is used to treat certain types of acute leukemia.
How long can you take mesalamine?
Adults—1600 milligrams (mg) 3 times a day for 6 weeks. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Does Lialda make you gain weight?
No, Lialda isn’t known to cause weight gain. This side effect wasn’t reported in studies of the drug. However, weight gain and weight loss are possible symptoms of ulcerative colitis (UC), which Lialda is used to treat. So you may have weight changes while using Lialda because of your health condition.
Is Lialda hard on kidneys?
In rare cases, Lialda can cause or worsen kidney problems, such as kidney inflammation (swelling) or kidney failure. It’s not known how often these problems occur. Your doctor will check for any problems with your kidneys before you start taking Lialda.
Can I drink alcohol on Lialda?
Alcohol use and Lialda There aren’t any known interactions between alcohol and Lialda. But alcohol may worsen symptoms of ulcerative colitis (UC), which Lialda is used to treat. So in general, it’s recommended that you avoid drinking alcohol if you have this condition.
Can Lialda cause hair loss?
Hair loss is a rare side effect of Lialda. Keep in mind that ulcerative colitis (UC), which Lialda is used to treat, can cause hair loss. So it’s possible that you may have hair loss while taking Lialda. But your hair loss may not be caused by Lialda itself.
Does mesalamine cause hair loss?
The Crohn’s and Colitis foundation lists hair loss as one side effect of the drugs mesalamine and methotrexate. However, a 2015 study suggests that using mesalamine may provide some protection from hair loss. The study found that, out of 150 people with IBD, around one-third reported hair loss.
Does mesalamine cause joint pain?
Mesalamine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: muscle or joint pain, aching, tightness or stiffness. back pain.
Can Lialda make ulcerative colitis worse?
The more common side effects of Lialda in adults can include: flatulence (passing gas) abnormal results in liver function tests, which could be a sign of liver problems. worsening of ulcerative colitis symptoms, such as abdominal (belly) pain or diarrhea.